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Forum: General Cycling Discussion
09-19-24, 01:41 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 324
Posted By Arrowana

If the FX seems like the general style of bike...

If the FX seems like the general style of bike you are after, there are plenty of companies that offer similar bikes that aren't as poorly designed. The Jamis Coda would be at the top of my list,...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
09-19-24, 01:08 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 228
Posted By Arrowana

Congrats on the 20 years! Provided that things...

Congrats on the 20 years! Provided that things were well enough adjusted to begin with, these Schwinn Rangers hold up surprisingly well. Balloon tires should look great on it.
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
09-18-24, 07:38 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 324
Posted By Arrowana

I'd say it is fortunate you had a reason to...

I'd say it is fortunate you had a reason to return it. From what I've heard from a friend who has built many of these new from the box, the Gen 4's are a truly terrible bike, coming with poorly...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
09-17-24, 12:11 PM
Replies: 16
Views: 598
Posted By Arrowana

If you want it to stay cleaner, consider adding...

If you want it to stay cleaner, consider adding some extended mudflaps to the fenders. They can help catch crud that your front wheel would otherwise be flinging into your drivetrain, downtube, feet,...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
09-17-24, 11:34 AM
Replies: 25
Views: 569
Posted By Arrowana

If you don't mind some trial and error, it might...

If you don't mind some trial and error, it might still be worth a try. Another option that could help shift faster would be swapping to an indexed thumb shifter, as they let you shift multiple gears...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
09-16-24, 08:27 PM
Replies: 25
Views: 569
Posted By Arrowana

Assuming you know how to properly adjust a...

Assuming you know how to properly adjust a drivetrain, and get some spacers to take up the extra space caused by the missing cogs (or even use the cogs you are removing as spacers behind the...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
09-16-24, 08:08 PM
Replies: 62
Views: 1,811
Posted By Arrowana

Many lower priced bikes come set up 1x without a...

Many lower priced bikes come set up 1x without a narrow wide ring, and on some of them we have to add chain keepers onto brand new bikes because the manufacturer couldn't be bothered to make sure the...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
09-14-24, 04:43 PM
Replies: 14
Views: 502
Posted By Arrowana

Those parts are all actually pretty functional,...

Those parts are all actually pretty functional, even if they aren't what I'd pick.

If you want a bit of inspiration, bicycle pubes did up one in ridiculous fashion, including brakes, grips, and...
Forum: Commuting
09-14-24, 11:37 AM
Replies: 4
Views: 218
Posted By Arrowana

If you want to max out tire clearance while also...

If you want to max out tire clearance while also having full coverage fenders, you could look into doing a 650b conversion.
Forum: Classic and Vintage Bicycles: Whats it Worth? Appraisals.
09-09-24, 06:52 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 183
Posted By Arrowana

If it was free and you were ok with replacing the...

If it was free and you were ok with replacing the wheels, brakes, and maybe more, it could turn into an ok bike. Probably not worth it unless you think the paintjob is the coolest thing ever. And...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
09-09-24, 12:50 PM
Replies: 16
Views: 608
Posted By Arrowana

Swapping saddle, grips, pedals, handlebars, or...

Swapping saddle, grips, pedals, handlebars, or stem as needed can make the bike more comfortable. If you don't experience any discomfort while riding the bike, then you probably don't need to change...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
09-08-24, 08:20 PM
Replies: 16
Views: 608
Posted By Arrowana

The XT shifters would feel a bit nicer, but I'd...

The XT shifters would feel a bit nicer, but I'd probably stick with the Deore unless I had a spare set of XTs just lying around. The XT front derailleur probably won't shift any nicer than the Deore.
Forum: Mountain Biking
09-08-24, 12:34 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 468
Posted By Arrowana

Adjustable stems can be great for making bike...

Adjustable stems can be great for making bike more comfortable, they usually aren't quite as durable though. Not really an issue if this bike isn't seeing singletrack. I've had to modify all of my...
Forum: Mountain Biking
09-07-24, 02:25 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 468
Posted By Arrowana

A rigid fork would also be a worthwhile upgrade....

A rigid fork would also be a worthwhile upgrade. Your bike has an 1 1/8" straight threadless steerer tube, you also want to get one with a similar axle to crown length, I'd assume yours is somewhere...
Forum: Mountain Biking
09-07-24, 12:51 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 468
Posted By Arrowana

If you are using it as a mountain bike being...

If you are using it as a mountain bike being ridden on singletrack, I'd expect the bike to be quite a disappointment, and I'd expect your PVC lockout to fail. Getting a different bike that is...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
09-03-24, 05:52 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 743
Posted By Arrowana

The bike in OP's pictures looks different from...

The bike in OP's pictures looks different from that one, the curved seat tube actually does a better job of matching the curve of the wheel, the lower half of the headset doesn't look hilariously...
Forum: Fatbikes
09-03-24, 01:15 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 498
Posted By Arrowana

Got a chance to ride one last night, it's fun and...

Got a chance to ride one last night, it's fun and slow. Apparently it only had 5psi in the tires and even that felt kinda high. The Large size frame felt surprisingly small.
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
09-02-24, 11:48 AM
Replies: 79
Views: 3,312
Posted By Arrowana

People being on e-bikes is better than them being...

People being on e-bikes is better than them being in cars.
Forum: Road Cycling
08-31-24, 02:10 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 583
Posted By Arrowana

The 10-speed Ultegra 6700/Dura Ace 7900 shift...

The 10-speed Ultegra 6700/Dura Ace 7900 shift levers were Shimano's first attempt at having shift housing run along the handlebar, and they did not do a great job of it. The added resistance tends to...
Forum: Adaptive Cycling: Handcycles, Amputee Adaptation, Visual Impairment, and Other Needs
08-28-24, 02:07 PM
Replies: 17
Views: 1,551
Posted By Arrowana

The Temple looks like one of the best potential...

The Temple looks like one of the best potential choices. If you are really trying to go fast as you can on it, it's main limit would be having 39x11 for it's top gear. If desired, you could swap the...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
08-27-24, 01:46 PM
Replies: 19
Views: 612
Posted By Arrowana

As you slow down and stop, do you hear any noise...

As you slow down and stop, do you hear any noise from the main unit? If not, try turning the knob on the main unit to somewhere in the middle, or all the way to -, and see if it makes any attempts at...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
08-23-24, 04:00 PM
Replies: 28
Views: 1,135
Posted By Arrowana

Upgrading to a derailleur that has an aluminum...

Upgrading to a derailleur that has an aluminum b-knuckle will get you something that will be more durable. Most Shimano Altus, Acera, and Alivio rear derailleurs should be capable of working as long...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
08-23-24, 03:37 PM
Replies: 19
Views: 612
Posted By Arrowana

It wouldn't have to be bluetooth, there is...

It wouldn't have to be bluetooth, there is literally a cable going from the front hub to the main unit. All it would take is an extra wire or two inside that cable to transmit the little bit of data....
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
08-23-24, 02:49 PM
Replies: 19
Views: 612
Posted By Arrowana

Looking at that manual, it seems to suggest that...

Looking at that manual, it seems to suggest that the speed of the front wheel determines when it shifts. It could be possible for the sensor to be built into the hub, or maybe there is supposed to be...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
08-23-24, 02:27 PM
Replies: 19
Views: 623
Posted By Arrowana

Yeah, might have jumped to a conclusion too fast....

Yeah, might have jumped to a conclusion too fast. The fact that the other side of the stay also has a bunch of cracking in the paint does seem suspicious though, and not all of it looks like it would...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
08-22-24, 01:09 PM
Replies: 19
Views: 612
Posted By Arrowana

I'd give the magnet another go, making sure to...

I'd give the magnet another go, making sure to swipe it past the sensor back and forth quickly, trying out different positions relative to the sensor to see if any of them work. Trying it while...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
08-22-24, 12:42 PM
Replies: 19
Views: 623
Posted By Arrowana

I'd chip off all the flaking off paint, and...

I'd chip off all the flaking off paint, and inspect the metal for cracks. The way it is flaking off suggests that water may have gotten into that non-driveside chainstay, then froze and expanded,...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
08-13-24, 01:29 PM
Replies: 15
Views: 673
Posted By Arrowana

Haven't put enough wear on a LinkGlide drivetrain...

Haven't put enough wear on a LinkGlide drivetrain to even wear out a chain yet, so I can't offer too much insight yet. Will be building up a bike with a U8020 drivetrain soon that should see lots of...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
08-12-24, 09:41 PM
Replies: 61
Views: 2,436
Posted By Arrowana

I would definitely have a chat with someone about...

I would definitely have a chat with someone about getting a spot to lock up a bike, or at least a place to store it indoors. Without a place to lock up, I would focus on making the ugliest bike...
Forum: Hybrid Bicycles
08-09-24, 01:16 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 814
Posted By Arrowana

Haven't ridden one for more than a short test...

Haven't ridden one for more than a short test ride, but they are fairly plush, well-spec'ed for the price, and look great. If you wish to fit fenders and a rack, it might be necessary to go with...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
08-06-24, 12:53 PM
Replies: 15
Views: 616
Posted By Arrowana

If you have a 3x9 road drivetrain that acts extra...

If you have a 3x9 road drivetrain that acts extra finicky when getting the front shifting to play nice, the HG93 might offer slightly better shift performance. The X9 gets you a quicklink, making...
Forum: Hybrid Bicycles
08-05-24, 08:06 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 379
Posted By Arrowana

A Nexus 8-speed hub has a decently wide range of...

A Nexus 8-speed hub has a decently wide range of gearing. Whether or not the low end of that range is low enough for your hills depends on the cog and chainring installed on the bike, but you can...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
08-05-24, 05:09 PM
Replies: 29
Views: 1,207
Posted By Arrowana

That is an elegant solution, I'll have to give it...

That is an elegant solution, I'll have to give it a try sometime. Looks like it also helps make the dropout stronger.
Forum: Electric Bikes
08-05-24, 05:02 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 489
Posted By Arrowana

If you want a bit more subtlety to it, check out...

If you want a bit more subtlety to it, check out the instructions for the display you have, it is probably possible to change the amount of power levels there are, allowing for finer tuning of how...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
08-05-24, 03:01 PM
Replies: 29
Views: 1,207
Posted By Arrowana

Once you have the claw mount/derailleur hanger...

Once you have the claw mount/derailleur hanger plate, you will need to shave down the nut that secures it to the frame so the chain doesn't grind against it. I find this is best done with the claw...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
08-02-24, 08:37 PM
Replies: 14
Views: 708
Posted By Arrowana

With the way e-bikes typically get ridden, I'd go...

With the way e-bikes typically get ridden, I'd go for a rim that is stronger rather than lighter. The Velocity Atlas comes in 36h and polished silver.
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
08-02-24, 08:17 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 419
Posted By Arrowana

Had a set for a bit, they seem solid, well made,...

Had a set for a bit, they seem solid, well made, and look beautiful.
Forum: Classic & Vintage
07-31-24, 12:47 PM
Replies: 14
Views: 628
Posted By Arrowana

I've come across 3-4 early 90's 650b Schwinns...

I've come across 3-4 early 90's 650b Schwinns with these rims, and the rims on all of them were pretty thoroughly trashed. Even with washers added I'd expect them to not last very long unless you are...
Forum: Advocacy & Safety
07-26-24, 12:44 PM
Replies: 50
Views: 2,263
Posted By Arrowana

I'd be wary of helmets from Amazon, clearly not...

I'd be wary of helmets from Amazon, clearly not all of them are up to par, who knows what other brands there are also trying to slip by with something that doesn't meet requirements:...
Forum: Classic and Vintage Bicycles: Whats it Worth? Appraisals.
07-22-24, 12:12 PM
Replies: 45
Views: 2,009
Posted By Arrowana

Probably because everyone else was doing it....

Probably because everyone else was doing it. Other than stem length, most companies didn't do much to actually make components proportional to the size of the bike back then. Even seen a few bikes...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
07-19-24, 08:36 PM
Replies: 71
Views: 3,637
Posted By Arrowana

If your current brakes are doing their job well,...

If your current brakes are doing their job well, then the possible benefit of a new caliper is getting one that is more shiny. New levers could allow you to get levers that have an adjustable bolt...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
07-18-24, 01:12 PM
Replies: 60
Views: 2,919
Posted By Arrowana

Good ol' cannabis. Fights off the pain that is...

Good ol' cannabis. Fights off the pain that is there regardless of whether or not I'm riding a bike, makes an already enjoyable activity even more enjoyable, helps push through the end of a long ride...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
07-17-24, 11:36 PM
Replies: 20
Views: 676
Posted By Arrowana

Actually had no idea Attack trigger shifters...

Actually had no idea Attack trigger shifters existed. Sounds like they are Shimano compatible. Ergonomically, not a fan of how the buttons are placed on other Sram shifters from that generation, but...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
07-17-24, 07:08 PM
Replies: 20
Views: 676
Posted By Arrowana

The Altus shifters work fine. They might be less...

The Altus shifters work fine. They might be less impact resistant than some higher-end vintage shifters, but as long as you don't bash it into anything too hard they will keep on working fine until...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
07-17-24, 04:31 PM
Replies: 20
Views: 676
Posted By Arrowana

Shimano Altus SL-M315 are pretty decent, and not...

Shimano Altus SL-M315 are pretty decent, and not too pricey.
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
07-16-24, 01:05 PM
Replies: 71
Views: 3,637
Posted By Arrowana

Typically higher end frames are made of nicer...

Typically higher end frames are made of nicer tubing, which can result in a lighter weight frame that might be a bit smoother ride. But you can take a plain old straight gauge hi-tensile steel frame...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
07-15-24, 12:30 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 680
Posted By Arrowana

One thing to be aware of is a bike coming stock...

One thing to be aware of is a bike coming stock with a 6-speed freewheel might be using a claw mount derailleur. If yours is claw mount, you can get a claw adapter separately to use with the new...
Forum: Classic and Vintage Bicycles: Whats it Worth? Appraisals.
07-15-24, 12:23 PM
Replies: 45
Views: 2,009
Posted By Arrowana

An 8-speed chain is compatible. It is pretty safe...

An 8-speed chain is compatible. It is pretty safe to say the skipping cogs are worn out.

Bike is looking great, should roll along very nicely on those DTH's.
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
07-13-24, 11:18 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 784
Posted By Arrowana

On a bike like this, the two best options I see...

On a bike like this, the two best options I see are either get a mount to attach a bottle cage or two behind the saddle, or a feed bag type bag that mounts to the stem and handlebar. The frame...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
07-13-24, 02:36 PM
Replies: 28
Views: 1,283
Posted By Arrowana

When mountain biking, 1x means you only have to...

When mountain biking, 1x means you only have to think about whether to shift up or down, rather than also thinking about which shifter to use in a given moment. Which lets you spend more mental...
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